Members
- John Risley, Chairman
- Max Slusher
- Francis Kuhn (WDB)
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View Atlantic County’s Opportunity Zones
Atlantic County benefits from an outstanding regional location and proximity to some of the world’s greatest commercial centers. From its most distant points, the County is just over an hour’s drive to Philadelphia and two hours to New York City. This location also provides the County with easy access to many multinational corporations with substantial supply chains, providing the opportunity for ancillary business development and recruitment.
Beyond those locational advantages, the County has a storied history in the tourism industry of the New Jersey Shore. Atlantic City’s legacy as a premier seaside destination dates back to the mid-19th century. The first hotels were constructed in the 1850s and the city’s commerce was enhanced by the completion of the Camden Atlantic Railroad in 1853. More recently, the gaming industry emerged as the city’s largest employer. While it has had its ups and downs, gaming is on a rebound. Total gaming revenue was reported at more than $2.8 billion dollars in 2024 and $644.2 million year-to-date in March of 2025. Employment in the industry exceeds 23,000 people.
